Description
Parker loves what he calls Vatican's "powerful, rich, in-your-face style of wine" so we fully expect a rave review for this 2005. It has all the hallmark layers of brambles, redcurrants, spice and tar yet - incredibly - with even more ample body and flavour than in previous years.

Above all, it's the balance and purity that set this apart. Winemaker Jean-Marc Diffonty deserves all the praise he receives and is delighted that there's so much enthusiasm for his wines among our members. Drink 2007-2016.

Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2005 Awards - Decanter - May 08 2008, United Kingdom

Les Vinalies Internationales Paris 2007, France

Concours Mondial Bruxelles 2007, Belgium

Wine Spectator 2007, USA

Wine Advocate Feb 2007 2007, USA

Wine Advocate 31/10/07 2007, USA

Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar Jan/Feb 2007 2007, USA

James Molesworth - Wine Spectator Nov 15th 2006 2006, USA